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Originally Posted by latief
I checked EPC, and it does list a separate ball joint for my car...
now the question is how make sure which part to change, because other than a slightly cracked ball-joint boot, everything else seems in good shape....
Edit: I saw you edited your post, thanks for the additional info...i will take another look.....
do you know if a bad ball joint could cause a creek noise?
thanks,
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Well there are only a couple things it could be and the only way to know for certain is to isolate those things one by one. Yes, a failing ball joint can make many sounds starting with a creak.
The first thing is to apply some lube to the sway bar bushings an see if that makes the noise go away, if it does go away that is the problem.
The next thing to do is separate the tie rod from the wheel carrier, then you can move the wheel separate from the steering linkage, if the noise is gone it’s either the tie rod, center link, or idler arm.
As mentioned apply some lube to the ripped ball joint if that lessens the noise that is the problem.
There can be a difference in the amount of noise a ball joint will make with the wheel on the ground and with the wheel off the ground. If the ball joint is loose you should be able to feel it racking the wheel and you would likely be able to see any movement in the joint if you get the car up on a lift and get a pry bar it there and lever it some.
I have a 124 ball joint tool listed in the tool rental list is you decide to replace yours and you don’t go with the modified AutoZone tool method.